City
Zhoushan
Coastal Island City
Island beautyFishing cultureSeafood specialtyMaritime heritageCoastal atmosphere
Best Time to Visit:May-June and September-October for pleasant weather and calm seas for island visits.
Asia/Shanghai
CNY
Mandarin, Wu dialect
About Zhoushan
Zhoushan is a city built on multiple islands in the East China Sea, with strong maritime and fishing heritage. The city is known for seafood, traditional fisheries, and island scenery. Modern development has brought infrastructure improvements while preserving maritime culture. Island living creates a unique lifestyle and beautiful coastal views.
Places in Zhoushan
Highlights
1
Island scenery and coast
2
Fishing culture heritage
3
Seafood cuisine
4
Island exploration
5
Maritime landscape
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate with distinct seasons. Cool winters (2-12°C), warm summers (24-32°C), moderate rainfall.
Getting There
Zhoushan has an airport with regional connections. High-speed rail connection to mainland. Local ferries between islands available.
Practical Tips
Comfortable shoes for island and coastal exploration
Light layers and sunscreen for coastal sun
Book island accommodations in advance in summer
Respect maritime safety rules
Excellent seafood restaurants throughout
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
May-June and September-October for pleasant weather and calm seas for island visits.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin, Wu dialect